Directions

Located just minutes from downtown San Diego, Balboa Park can be accessed from most major freeways. Driving and parking can be difficult during peak times or during major events; be sure to consult our Traffic Alerts page prior to your visit.

For up-to-the minute freeway driving times, transit routes and ridesharing information, consult the 511 service for the San Diego area. This is a free telephone (dial 511) and web-based program.

Getting to Balboa Park using Public Transportation

Visit Balboa Park using the Metropolitan Transit System (MTS), with easy access from the downtown and Mission Valley areas.

Review the times for route Routes 120 (Fashion Valley) and Route 7 (Smart Corner) the two main bus routes through Balboa Park

For information and custom transportation routes to Balboa Park, visit San Diego Commute or dial 511. You'll be given the option of selecting transit routes that are: the fastest; have the fewest transfers; or have the least amount of walking.